Ziaire Williams
#1SF · Brooklyn Nets
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 263 | 8.6 | 3.0 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 42.1% | 32.0% | 82.8% |
| 2025-26 | 50 | 9.7 | 2.4 | 1.0 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 42.2% | 33.5% | 87.2% |
| 2024-25 | 63 | 10.0 | 4.6 | 1.3 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 41.2% | 34.1% | 82.1% |
| 2023-24 | 51 | 8.2 | 3.5 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 39.7% | 30.7% | 82.7% |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$12.5M
AAV
$6.3M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Ziaire Williams's contract with the Brooklyn Nets grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C CVI grade. At $6.3M per year over 2 years, this is a role player contract. Ziaire's deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Small Forwards. At 24 years old, Ziaire is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. This deal represents roughly fair market value — neither a steal nor an overpay. The deal will need consistent performance to grade out as a positive move long-term.
Performance Analysis
Ziaire Williams earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Small Forward. Across 263 career games, Ziaire has averaged 8.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game. Ziaire's strongest metric is FG% at 4210.8, compared to the NBA Small Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.2, below the Small Forward median of 4.0. Among 118 NBA Small Forwards graded this season, Ziaire ranks 39th in overall performance. Ziaire will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Brooklyn Nets.
Current Sentiment
Williams generates cautious interest but lacks the consistency needed for true fan enthusiasm. Recent performances show flashes—clutch shots and starting opportunities—yet remain inconsistent overall. His $6.3M salary appears reasonable but return-on-investment remains questionable given C+ grades. Brooklyn's rebuild timeline and Williams' role development represent the central narrative driving discussion. Fans remain skeptical about his ceiling; optimism exists only if production stabilizes significantly soon.
Transaction History
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